
An ACPAT physiotherapist is the highest calibre professional qualification within the field leading the way in providing gold standard physiotherapy alongside veterinarian and other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
Physiotherapy can help your dog:
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Pre- or Post-orthopaedic surgery,
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After sustaining a fracture, trauma or soft tissue injury,
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For neurological conditions such as degenerative myelopathy, intervertebral disc disease, lumbosacral disease and fibrocartilage embolism.
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Hip and elbow dysplasia
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Osteoarthritis
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Obesity and weight management
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General well-being and maintenance of physical health
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The treatment modalities may include:
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Hands-on treatment of soft tissue therapy and manual therapy,
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Electrophysical agents, such as TENs, NMES, PEMF and Laser,
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Hydrotherapy
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An exercise programme, and advice will be tailored to you and your dog to bring about the best results.
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Appointments are available at Lechlade K9 Centre (bookable through contacting me) or alternatively in the comfort of your own home
Prices are £60 per session which is as long as your dog requires (usually 45-75 minutes)
Home visits incur a 50p per mile cost (return mileage to GL7 1HE)